Top Reasons to Live in Huntsville

Exotic vacations without flying! Most people have to purchase airline tickets and vacation packages to see pristine waters and majestic views of nature. Huntsville residents, however, can just head over to the Huntsville State Park to enjoy horseback riding, boating and fishing. If this somehow gets old, The Blue Lagoon offers a swimming hole so clear that locals say it puts the gorgeous blue waters of the Gulf to shame.

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Amazing home appreciation rates! Those looking into making a great investment will be astounded at the increasing values of rent to own houses, homes and apartments in Huntsville. At a home valuation increase of 12.7 percent over the past decade, America's neighborhood values are dwarfed by Huntsville's increase of 37.9 percent. To celebrate such a good investment, you should treat yourself to a day or night out at the Town Theatre or Froggy Wines winery.

Sports lover's paradise! Regardless of what type of sport a person is into, they can get their fill in Huntsville. Huntsville Lanes offer bowling fanatics a nice getaway, and the Elkins Lake Recreational Club has all the golfing a person could want. Of course, for those who don't like to get to sweaty, it's easy to just head over to Time Out Sports Bar and Karaoke Lounge. Singing in front of a crowd of people is sort of like a workout, so we'll call it even.

Affordable housing prices! Even though Huntsville's home valuations have skyrocketed over the last decade, houses in the area are still surprisingly affordable. In fact, the median cost of a home in the area is over $40,000 lower than America's median home cost. Use these savings for a nice meal at the Potato Shack or catch one of the newest theatrical releases at Cinestar of Huntsville. Heck, with those types of savings, go once or twice a week.

Historical attractions abound! Historical buffs will find it difficult to run out of things to do in Huntsville. Those who want a nice photo op can head over to the gargantuan Sam Houston statue, and those with a larger eye on military history can check out the H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum of Texas. Those who like keeping tabs on the darker side of history, though, can visit the Texas Prison Museum. But be careful not to get too close to the electric chair. We're sure it's inoperable, but why chance it?